Blockchain News
JPMorgan And VISA Developing SWIFT Alternative Powered...
The financial services giants are teaming up to build a blockchain based replacement for the SWIFT network. The cross-border payment protocol will be launched in 30 countries by the end of next year.
Samsung Announces Blockchain-based Security System For Its...
Samsung is releasing a blockchain-based security solution for its connected devices. The Samsung Knox Matrix will connect all smart devices within a home onto a private blockchain network for enhanced security.
Google Partners With NEAR Protocol To Support...
NEAR Protocol is partnering with Google Cloud to provide infrastructure for developers to launch DApps on NEAR’s Web3 startup Pagoda. The developer-friendly proof-of-stake (PoS) blockchain network is designed to host decentralized applications (DApps).
BlackRock Launches ETF For Blockchain-Related Companies
Asset management firm BlackRock has released a blockchain exchange traded fund (ETF) for its European clients. The fund will provide institutional investors with exposure to digital assets. BlackRock manages assets worth over $10 trillion.
Robinhood Release Beta Version Of Web3 Wallet
No-fee trading platform Robinhood has released a beta version of its upcoming Web3 wallet. The non-custodial wallet will allow users to connect to DApps and trade over 20 cryptocurrencies without any fees.
Helium moves entire network to Solana
The blockchain-based, decentralized and open-source mobile network has announced that it will be moving its entire operations and governance to the Solana blockchain. Helium recently entered into an agreement with T-Mobile to launch the Helium Mobile, a crypto mobile network that rewards customers in crypto tokens for usage.
Cardano builder IOG funds Stanford University’s Blockchain...
IOG, builder of the Cardano blockchain, has donated to Stanford University’s Blockchain Research Hub. The foundation is helping establish blockchain research labs as a way to contribute to the development of the blockchain industry.
Indian tribal group gets blockchain identity certificates
The government of Maharashtra has introduced blockchain-based caste certificates for tribal community members. This comes after an elected official in the state was prosecuted for fraudulently acquiring tribal land using a fake caste certificate.
Mayo Clinic to use blockchain technology for...
Mayo Clinic is conducting a multi-year clinical trial for pulmonary arterial hypertension in the United States. The medical research center is collaborating with medical-blockchain solutions company Triall, to use their “eClinical” software for managing clinical study data.